Buffalo Chicken Cheesy Garlic Bread

Indulge in the bold and spicy flavors of the classic Buffalo chicken dip paired with the comforting, carb-filled joy of cheesy garlic bread. This appetizer is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for game day snacks or a delicious party treat that packs a flavorful punch.

Ingredients

🍗 Shredded chicken (as desired)
🥬 Celery stalks, chopped (as desired)
🧅 Red onion, chopped (as desired)
🧀 Cream cheese (as desired)
🥄 1/4 cup mayonnaise
🌶️ Buttery Buffalo wing sauce (as desired)
🧄 Garlic powder (as desired)
🥖 1 loaf of French bread
🥚 1 egg
🌿 Dried parsley (as desired)
🧀 Mozzarella cheese (as desired)
🧀 Cheddar cheese (as desired)
🌿 Fresh parsley for garnish

Instructions

1- Preheat the Oven:

• Preheat your oven to 350°F (175°C).

2- Prepare Vegetables:

• Chop the celery and red onion into small, fine pieces.

3- Mix Ingredients:

• In a mixing bowl, combine shredded chicken, chopped celery, red onion, cream cheese, mayonnaise, buffalo wing sauce, and garlic powder.
• Mix until well incorporated.

4- Prepare the Bread:

• Cut the French bread loaf lengthwise into two halves.
• Remove some of the soft bread from the inside of each half to create a well for the toppings.

5- Garlic Mixture:

• In a small bowl, whisk together the egg with dried parsley and garlic powder.

6- Apply Garlic Mixture:

• Brush this garlic mixture onto the insides of the French bread halves.

7- Add Chicken Mixture:

• Evenly spread the buffalo chicken mixture onto the prepared bread halves.

8- Add Cheese Topping:

• Generously sprinkle mozzarella and cheddar cheese over the top of the chicken mixture.

9- Bake the Bread:

• Place the bread halves onto a baking tray lined with parchment paper for easy cleanup.
• Bake in the preheated oven for about 10 minutes, or until the cheese is fully melted, bubbly, and lightly browned.

10- Add Final Touches:
- Remove from the oven and drizzle additional buffalo sauce over the top for an extra kick.
- Garnish with fresh parsley, slice into smaller pieces, and serve hot.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Total Time: 25 minutes
Servings: About 8 servings
Calories: Approximately 300 calories per serving
Proteins: 15g
Fats: 20g
Carbohydrates: 20g
Equipment: Baking tray, parchment paper, mixing bowl, whisk, knife, and tablespoon.

Cooking Tips

• Removing some of the bread's interior creates space for more filling, ensuring each bite is flavorful.
• Watch the bread closely towards the end of baking to prevent burning.

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Buffalo Chicken Dip with Cheesy Garlic Bread